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We are seeking a talented, hands-on Chef de Cuisine to lead the culinary team at a high-volume, upscale casual seafood restaurant in Corpus Christi, TX. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate culinary leader who thrives in a chef-driven environment and is committed to delivering exceptional food quality, consistency, and guest experiences. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with a passion for fresh seafood, scratch cooking, and developing high-performing kitchen teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the kitchen team while ensuring consistent execution of fresh seafood and scratch-made menu items
- Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, sanitation, and kitchen organization
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, including scheduling, inventory management, and food cost controls
- Partner with restaurant leadership to deliver an exceptional guest experience through operational excellence
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of culinary management experience as a Chef de Cuisine, Executive Sous Chef, or Executive Chef in a high-volume upscale casual or seafood concept
- Strong background in seafood preparation, scratch kitchens, and maintaining exceptional culinary standards
- Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop kitchen teams while managing labor and food costs
- Comprehensive knowledge of food safety, sanitation, inventory management, and kitchen operations
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k)
- Excellent opportunity for career growth with a respected and established hospitality group
JOB ID: 178988
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Cheri Worthen